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Mountains & hills Β· North East England

Tom Smith's Stone Top

In or near Alston.

🐾 Dog-friendly

Tom Smith's Stone Top β€” mountain in scotland lowlands. Elevation: 637 m.

Pool north-east of Tom Smith's Stone - geograph.org.uk - 3157674

Trevor Littlewood β€” CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
3 h–8 h
Best time of year
Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
Nearest railway station
Kirkhaugh Β· 5.0 km
  • Dog-friendly

About

Tom Smith's Stone Top is a mountain located in scotland lowlands. Elevation: 637 m. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.

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Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Eden and Tributaries SSSI
  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: North Pennines

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Tom Smith's Stone Top is a mountain located in the Scottish Lowlands. This prominent geological feature offers visitors a rugged landscape typical of the region. Its elevation provides panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, making it a notable spot for outdoor enthusiasts. The area is suitable for various activities, including hiking and exploring the natural environment.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
54.8138, -2.5378
Nearest railway station
Kirkhaugh β€” 5 km

Sources

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Tom Smith's Stone

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Where to eat & stay near Tom Smith's Stone Top

Places to stay

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YHA Alston

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Lowbyer Manor Country House

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YHA Alston

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Tom Smith's Stone Top?
Tom Smith's Stone Top is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom.
What is Tom Smith's Stone Top?
Tom Smith's Stone Top β€” mountain in scotland lowlands. Elevation: 637 m.
How do I get to Tom Smith's Stone Top?
The nearest railway station is Kirkhaugh, about 5.0 km away. Its coordinates are 54.8138Β°, -2.5378Β°.
Is Tom Smith's Stone Top a protected site?
Yes β€” Tom Smith's Stone Top is part of the River Eden and Tributaries SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the North Pennines National Landscape (AONB).
How do I get to Tom Smith's Stone Top?
The nearest railway station is Kirkhaugh, about 5.0 km away.